<p>I was recently deferred under Rice's ED and had some questions about the best options to increase my chances in RD. While applying I only sent in an ACT score so I was wondering if it would be smart to take the physics and math SAT IIs and send those in since I'm applying under engineering. I also recently was selected out of 10 Seniors in my church's state diocese for a London Pilgrimage over summer and was wondering if it would be smart to send that in.</p>
<p>I think you would be wise to send in the SAT2 scores if they are high. Maybe retake if they are not. That absolutely would make a big difference for any Engineering program if you have good scores. </p>
<p>Send a letter letting the school know that you still really want to go there, along with the extra materials. Ask your GC for some tips as well. Maybe s/he can contact the admissions officer for your region and get some ideas as to what can be done to increase your RD chances. </p>
<p>What was your ACT score? and breakdown?</p>
<p>As for the pilgrimage thing, what was the selection criteria. Make sure it is relevant to your application. Otherwise, send a letter confirming your interest. Visit if you can as well.</p>
<p>My score was a 34, breakdown E: 34, M: 34, R:33, S: 33. I was just wondering if me taking the SAT subject tests would show any more interest than I already have shown. I’ve already visited (and interviewed), but I have yet to send a letter of continued interest. I plan on sitting down with my counselor after break to talk about the deferral and seeing what she (and I) can do. As for the pilgrimage thing, it was a pretty simple application process. I don’t really think it is relevant to my application, so I’ll probably not mention it. </p>
<p>I don’t think SAT scores show continued interest personally. Your ACT scores are very good already. </p>
<p>Definitely focus on sending a good letter indicating interest, visit Rice if you can and haven’t already and also focus on your other applications.</p>